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Oromo Refugees Use Veil for Protection, Disguise

By Peri M. Klemm ● Arts & Culture ● October 11, 2013

The adoption of the veil among this group in Kenya’s refugee communities is a new thing, says Peri M. Klemm in this excerpt from “Veiling in Africa.” While there are many reasons for this push, Islam isn’t a motivation for covering up.

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Assaults Underscore Egyptian Women’s Shaky Status

By Jessica Gray ● Uncategorized ● July 9, 2013

An anti-harassment group is crowd funding for a nationwide media campaign asking everyday Egyptians to stop ignoring the problem and start intervening in mob attacks. Systemic, cultural change is tied to a political leadership structure totally in flux.

Female Protestors Assaulted in Egypt’s Turmoil

By Hajer Naili ● Arts & Culture ● July 3, 2013

In the new center of Mideast turmoil, the number of sexual assaults of female protesters in Cairo’s Tahrir Square has continued to grow. Women’s groups say they will not be deterred by the violence.